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Single Screw Extruder Targets ABS Carbon Kevlar Filament
A new paper describes a single screw extruder concept for producing ABS composite filament reinforced with carbon and Kevlar fibers, a combination that could deliver tougher, stiffer feedstock for FFF users.
Legacy Management Still Slows Adoption of 3D Printing in Large Manufacturers
A brief encounter with a manufacturer revealed an ongoing problem in 3D printing.
AI And Digital Twin Manufacturing Architecture For Small Businesses
Researchers described a practical AI and Digital Twin architecture to enable SMEs to use closed-loop small-batch additive manufacturing.
PALFINGER Expands into Robotic Construction with ICON Collaboration
Charles R. Goulding and Aaron Rofe highlight PALFINGER’s strategic pivot into automation and how its collaboration with ICON could accelerate the future of digital construction.
Slant 3D Redefines 3D Printing Services With Slant Box Concept
Slant 3D has launched a new take on 3D print services they call “Slant Box”.
Photocentric Expands Jeni System to Enable High-Volume Resin 3D Printing at Industrial Scale
If there ever was evidence that 3D print technology is ready for mass manufacturing, Photocentric just presented it.
Secret Decentralized 3D Printing Networks Supply Drone Parts to Ukraine at Scale
I’m reading a fascinating glimpse into a hidden world of military manufacturing using desktop 3D printers.
Red Cat Wants 3D Printed Drone Boats for On-Demand Delivery
Red Cat says it plans to build fleets of 3D printed autonomous “drone boats” for on-demand delivery, which might the very first mass production of boats using AM.
Mobile AM Robots to Roam Factory Floors
Researchers unveiled a closed loop, obstacle aware control framework that lets mobile additive manufacturing (AM) robots print while navigating dynamic factory floors.
Birmingham’s Steel Sector is Rising Again
Charles R. Goulding and Aaron Rofe reveal why billions in new investment are turning Birmingham into a modern powerhouse for steel, innovation, and advanced manufacturing.
Digital Twin Aims To Speed Automotive Additive Manufacturing
Researchers have proposed a digital twin framework to make automotive additive manufacturing more agile and predictable.
Deep Learning Co-Optimizes LPBF Titanium Gyroid Lattices
A new paper demonstrates a deep learning framework that co-optimizes Laser Powder Bed Fusion settings and titanium gyroid lattice design to boost printability and performance.
Dallas, Texas Is a Drone and 3D Printing Place to Be
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Dallas, Texas, has quietly become a national hotspot where drone manufacturing and 3D printing converge to drive rapid innovation, scalable production, and defense-focused growth.
New Materials and Workflow Platform Strengthen Axtra3D’s Resin Manufacturing Ecosystem
Axtra3D continues to progress with more announcements about new materials and capabilities.
Industry Investment is Reshaping US Research: Roche’s Expansion at Harvard and the Additive Manufacturing in Pharma
Charles R. Goulding and Aaron Rofe… reveal how overlooked incentives can quietly turn everyday operations into major savings.
Someone Just Patented 3D Printing Moon Dirt
A surprising new patent proposes an end to end “field factory” that can turn regolith, sand, and scrap into parts using spectroscopy plus automation.
Researchers Test 3D Printed Milling Cutter With Conformal Cooling
A new study tests a laser powder bed fused milling cutter with conformal cooling, a design aimed at cooler, longer running cuts for demanding materials.
From Harbor Views to Hard Truths: The Future of 3D Printing on Display
Charles R. Goulding shares firsthand insights from a snow-disrupted yet high-energy gathering where additive manufacturing leaders tackled geopolitics, cybersecurity, capital markets, and industry consolidation head-on.
From Market Headwinds to Measured Recovery: AM’s 2026 Inflection Point
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how manufacturing fundamentals, AI-driven design, and a renewed focus on reliability and workflow integration are defining the industry’s next phase.
Fugo Precision 3D’s Centrifugal Resin 3D Printing with Integrated Wash and Cure
Fugo Precision 3D offers the most unusual resin 3D printing process: it’s centrifugal.
Enormous 3D Print Farm in China Demonstrates Ultra High-Volume Additive Manufacturing
A hint of what’s to come was shown in a Chinese news piece about a rather large 3D print farm.
Velo3D Lands US$11.5M Defense Production Deal
Velo3D has won an US$11.5 million contract to deliver metal additive components for a US defense prime’s program moving into full-rate production.
MIT Engineers 3D Print Fully Functional Electric Motor
MIT engineers have 3D printed a working electric motor.
Stratasys Simplifies Production Qualification for SAF PA12
Stratasys made an interesting move that should grow their industrial customer base.
Worthington Steel’s Proposed Acquisition of Klöckner and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Jacob Nolan analyze how additive manufacturing is helping Worthington Steel turn supply chain disruption and tariff risk into a strategic edge rather than a liability.
Patent Proposes Alternating-Polarity Electrophotographic 3D Printing
A new patent outlines an electrophotographic powder process that flips powder polarity between layers to curb charge build-up and enable cleaner, denser prints.
After LIMIT3D Irons, Cobra Deepens Investment in 3D Printing With New Putter Line
Golf equipment maker Cobra has gone deeper into metal 3D printing with the announcement of an entire family of putters.
The Rise of Additive Power: Pratt Whitney’s U.S. and India Breakthroughs
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi showcase how, with faster GTF repairs and India’s rising role, Pratt Whitney is proving that 3D printing now drives engine design, not just prototypes.
Inside GE Appliances’ Big Bet on Local Sourcing and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi show how GE Appliances’ sweeping new supply chain investments and growing use of 3D printing are reshaping U.S. manufacturing from the ground up.
Automated 3D Print Farm Achieves China-Level Costs, Raising New Questions
There has long been the idea that 3D printing will “bring back manufacturing”, but is that ever going to happen?
Recent Announcements Highlight Maturing Role of 3D Printing in Industry
Multiple recent announcements confirm the reality of 3D print technology in manufacturing.
Researchers Explore 3D Printed Control For Distributed Manufacturing
A new preprint argues that control and actuation can be 3D printed to advance distributed manufacturing and self replication.
E3D Diversifies With Batch.Works to Operate 3D Print Farms
An unusual announcement from E3D suggests they are diversifying their operations.
The Toyota Way in 2025 and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding considers Toyota’s evolving “Toyota Way” philosophy is quietly driving a 3D printing revolution — and Stratasys is in the driver’s seat.
HP Reenters FFF Market With 600 HT, a High-Temperature 3D Printer
Surprise! HP has introduced a filament 3D printer, the 600 HT.
HP Launches Additive Manufacturing Network to Boost MJF Part Production
HP appears to be making a move to generate more 3D print activity on their equipment.
Closing the Skills Gap, Layer by Layer
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe examine how GE Aerospace’s new US$30 million training initiative and the rise of additive manufacturing are reshaping America’s industrial workforce and redefining how the nation builds skills.
Valcun’s REMUS Enables Large-Scale Aluminum 3D Printing
Valcun took an interesting step into a new market with their new REMUS toolhead.
Divergent Creates Domestic Supply Chain for Manufacturing its Own Printers
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti spotlight Divergent’s success and recent focus in the Wall Street Journal (WSJ).
Vietnam Outruns China in Sneaker Production Amid 3D Printing Advances
Charles R. Goulding and Nimra Shakoor showcase how Vietnam has overtaken China as the world’s sneaker hub, driven by resilient industrial clusters and the rise of 3D printing innovation.
MIT Researchers Develop Generative CAD System Optimized for 3D Printing Constraints
Researchers have developed a generative CAD system specifically for 3D printing.
Manufacturers Can Enter Additive Manufacturing Through CNC-3D Printing Hybrid Systems
There’s a possibly easier path for manufacturers to enter the world of 3D printing.
Integrated Design-to-Production Services Simplify Part Manufacturing
Making a production part is vastly different than making one for one-off use.
The Women of R&D Tax Savers: Perspectives in 3D Printing
The women of R&D Tax Savers discuss their experiences covering the 3D printing industry in recent years.
3D Systems Refocuses Strategy on AI-Driven Additive Manufacturing Workflows
3D Systems announced a sweeping change in strategy this week. The company, one of the original 3D printing companies after their invention of the SLA process back in the 80’s, has faced stiff competition in recent years. This has eroded their position, which they hope to recover as a result of the announced changes. What’s… Continue reading 3D Systems Refocuses Strategy on AI-Driven Additive Manufacturing Workflows
Why Tariffs Could Be the Tipping Point for Industrial 3D Printing Adoption
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how newly imposed 15–20 percent tariffs are reshaping global manufacturing strategies and why 3D printing is uniquely positioned to help companies reduce costs, reshore production, and gain resilience.
Desktop Metal Relaunches Under New Ownership, Targeting Defense and Energy Applications
It looks like Desktop Metal has arisen.
Heavy Metal to High Tech: Inside Sandvik’s Industrial Transformation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi highlight how Sandvik is turning gold surges, U.S. acquisitions, and Swedish tech roots into a blueprint for industrial reinvention.
Fully Automated Resin 3D Printing Demonstrates Path to Mass Manufacturing
A fully automated resin 3D printing system has been set up.
Manufacturers Could Unlock Greater 3D Printing Adoption by Automating Post-Processing
The hidden cost of post-processing could hamper many manufacturers.
Reindustrialize Summit: America’s Comeback Starts on the Factory Floor
Charles R. Goulding and Jacob T. Nolan report on Detroit’s gritty Reindustrialize Summit, where 3D printing, AI, and automation are powering a no-excuses revival of American manufacturing.
Nike Air Max 1000 by Zellerfeld Proves Market Demand for Fully 3D Printed Shoes
Zellerfeld’s new Nike shoe has sold out, and that tells us something about the future of 3D-printed footwear.
How The Rodon Group Is Reinventing U.S. Manufacturing with 3D Printing and Robots
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how The Rodon Group is using 3D printing, robotics, and automation to lead a new era of American manufacturing.
Kingroon Exits 3D Printer Manufacturing to Focus on Filament and Resin Production
Kingroon has formally exited the 3D printer business.
Only Games and Shop3D.io Produce Over 1M 3D Printed Parts in Three Months
The acquisition of 3DC by MyMiniFactory is paying off.
From Hanoi to Hard Hats: How the U.S.–Vietnam Trade Deal Supercharges 3D Printing Innovation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi continue to monitor how trade developments like the U.S.-Vietnam agreement shape the future of additive manufacturing, global logistics, and business innovation.
Authentise and Kform Partner to Launch DDNA Workflow Platform for Defense Manufacturing
Authentise announced an important partnership with Kform to develop “DDNA”.
Stratasys and trinckle Partner to Bring fixtureMate Exclusively to GrabCAD Pro
Big news from trinckle: they’ve signed an exclusive agreement with Stratasys to include the tool in GrabCAD Pro.
AMFG Launches Sentinel AI to Automate PDF Analysis for AM Workflows
AMFG launched a new tool that shows how AI can add significant function to AM.
3D Print Industry Underperformance Makes for Flat ETFs
Is 3D printing a good investment? Apparently not, according to some professional investment funds.
China Successfully Tests 3D Printed Jet Engine, Advancing Aerospace Independence
News of a China-developed, 3D-printed mini jet engine shows how the technology is enabling global change.
Toyota’s US$33B Power Play: Going Private, Going Agile
Charles R. Goulding and Aaron Rofe break down Toyota Group’s bold move to privatize Toyota Industries and double down on 3D printing-driven efficiency.
Koobz to Launch 800-Printer Factory for Custom 3D Printed Shoes
Koobz could be the next large-scale manufacturer using 3D printers for consumer goods.
Authentise Offers Bundled Autodesk Fusion and Flows Software for AM Manufacturers
Authentise announced a compelling software bundle for additive manufacturing organizations.
Israel Allegedly Used 3D Printing Inside Iran for Covert Drone Manufacturing
It appears that 3D printing was extensively used by Israel in the conflict in Iran.
CONCR3DE Launches 3D Printed Washout Materials for Composite Manufacturing
CONCR3DE has introduced a new suite of “washout materials”.
AML3D Establishes U.S. Presence Amid Growing Demand for Domestic Metal 3D Printing
AML3D opened a new technology facility in the US.
Game, Set, Print: 3D Printing’s Surprising Role in Sporting Goods and Beyond
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi uncover how 3D printing is transforming U.S. industries — from sports gear to medical devices — by slashing reliance on imports and unlocking fresh innovation.
From Garage Mods to Military Contracts: The Alpha Additive Story
Ryan Donley and Aaron Rofe sat down with Alpha Additive’s founders to uncover how a small Florida company is shaking up global manufacturing with custom-built machines, patented tech, and next-gen automation.
ASTM Launches New AMCC Certification Program for Additive Manufacturing Companies
ASTM announced a new certification program for manufacturers using AM technology.
Rahix Publishes Extensive Guide on Design for FFF 3D Printing
I’ve just run across an incredible online resource for those designing 3D printed parts.
3D Spark Secures €2M Funding to Revolutionize AI-Driven Manufacturing
3D Spark has secured €2 million in seed funding as a means to achieve its goal of reshaping industrial component manufacturing and procurement through artificial intelligence.
Dose by Design: 3D Printing, R&D Tax Credits, and the Future of Personalized Drugs
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how 3D printing and domestic production strategies are revolutionizing drug manufacturing and paving the way for a resilient, patient-centered pharmaceutical future.
TDK Ventures Bets Big on 3D Printing and Robotics with $150M Innovation Fund
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider how TDK Ventures is doubling down on advanced tech—especially 3D printing—as it launches a new fund to back the next wave of hardware startups.
LEAP71 to Develop 3D Printable Starship-Class Rocket Engines Using Noyron Platform
LEAP71 announced plans to use their computational engineering platform to design massive 3D printable rocket engines.
Filabot Offers Modular Filament Production Systems for Custom and Recycled 3D Printing Materials
Filabot is one of the very few manufacturers of desktop filament production equipment.
Tariffs Fail to Narrow Cost Gap as China-Based 3D Print Services Undercut U.S. Providers
Tariffs recently imposed by multiple countries are making it more challenging to obtain parts.
From Sneakers to Sea Turtles: How New Balance’s 3D Printing is Making an Impact
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how New Balance’s commitment to domestic manufacturing and 3D printing innovation is reshaping the athletic footwear industry and beyond.
Sinterit Launches Suzy: Faster, Cheaper SLS 3D Printer Optimized for PA12
Sinterit has a new SLS 3D printer, “Suzy”.
Steel, Safety, and Sustainability: Hyundai’s Advanced Manufacturing Leap
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi divulge how Hyundai’s $20 billion investment in U.S. manufacturing facilities leverages advanced 3D printing technologies to drive innovation and enhance production efficiency.
Dyndrite and Elementum3D Enable Metal 3D Printing with Controlled Porosity
Dyndrite announced a new integration that allows for 3D printing of metal parts with controlled porosity.
PCBWay Enhances Designer Workflow with New Open-Source Software Integrations
There are some interesting developments at PCBWay.
From Tariffs to Tech: How BlueScope is Using 3D Printing to Stay Ahead
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi expain how BlueScope is leveraging 3D printing technology to innovate, reduce costs, and navigate the challenges posed by U.S. steel tariffs.
Tariff-Proof and Tech-Forward: Why These U.S. Manufacturers Should Double Down on 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how Trane, JCI, Eaton, and Acuity Brands can leverage their domestic manufacturing edge and invest further in 3D printing to outpace competitors in a tariff-laden market.
Backflip Introduces Revolutionary AI Tool for Automated CAD Modeling
I had a chat with Greg Mark about the incredible new release from his new startup, Backflip. Mark is the namesake behind a company you’ve likely heard of: Markforged. Mark and partners built that company up and cashed out a few years ago to start an entirely new company, Backflip. Backflip has been operating in… Continue reading Backflip Introduces Revolutionary AI Tool for Automated CAD Modeling
From Scrap to Scale: How Nucor Turns Recycled Metal into Industry Gold
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi underscore Nucor’s innovative edge in steel production, highlighting its green initiatives, advanced technologies, and strategic use of R&D tax credits.
Driving Innovation: How AAM and Dowlais Are Accelerating 3D Printing in Auto Manufacturing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine American Axle & Manufacturing’s US$1.4 billion acquisition of Dowlais Group, highlighting its impact on 3D printing advancements and the broader automotive industry.
How 3D Printing Terminology is Holding Back Industry Growth
Are we all prisoners of our 3D print terminology?
Taiyaki Launches “Text to Product” AI Service, Bridging 3D Design and Manufacturing
Today I’m looking at taiyaki, a startup offering “text to product” services.
How Fast Can 3D Printing Really Get?
How fast can a 3D printer be?
Oshkosh Corporation Wins Big at CES 2025—And 3D Printing Is Key to Its Success
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi unearth how Oshkosh Corporation’s award-winning HARR-E™ and advanced 3D printing initiatives are revolutionizing the specialty vehicle industry while unlocking R&D tax credit opportunities.
The End of Proprietary 3D Printing Materials? Industry Signals a Shift
It may be that the era of proprietary materials might be ending.
Steel Wars: The U.S. Steel Takeover and Its Impact on 3D Printing Innovation
Charles R. Goulding and Kellen Coleman drill into how the ongoing U.S. Steel acquisition battle could redefine material availability, costs, and innovation in the fast-growing 3D printing industry.
Tariffs and Bicycles: Making Things More “Agile” With Domestic 3D Printing
Peter Saenz investigates the transformative forces of tariffs, advanced manufacturing, and supply chain transparency, revealing how they could drive a new era of U.S. bicycle production.